Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Riding tips

Inspection before riding

Warning Failure to inspect and maintain your motorcycle properly increases the chance of an accident or equipment damage. Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each ride ...

Starting the engine

Before attempting to start the engine, make sure:  The transmission is in neutral.  The engine stop switch is in the "" position. Note: this motorcycle has a starter i ...

Other materials:

Front brake hose removal and installation
Removal Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” . 2) Remove the front brake hoses as shown in the front brake hose routing diagram. Refer to “front brake hose routing diagram” . Installation Caution the seal washers should be replaced with the new ones to pr ...

Ignition switch
The ignitionr switch has 4 positions: "Off" position All electrical circuits are cut off. The engine will not start. The key can be removed. "On" position The ignition circuit is completed and the engine can run. The headlight and taillight will automatically turn ...

Stp sensor removal and installation
Removal Remove the throttle body. Refer to “throttle body removal and installation” in section 1d (page 1d- 10).  Remove the stp sensor (1) with the special tool. Special tool : 09930–11950 (torx wrench (5 mm)) Note prior to disassembly, mark the stp sensor’s origina ...